Life with Scent of Orienthttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/feed/?Latest topicsfrTue, 13 Sep 2016 17:29:49 GMT10Life with Scent of Orienthttp://i19.servimg.com/u/f19/18/24/88/59/cover11.jpghttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/feed/?Friendship Coffeehttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t88-friendship-coffeehttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t88-friendship-coffeeScheherazadeFriendship Coffee is the on-line coffee shop where we can meet during the day/ night and exchange some ideas, opinions and advices, experiences related to our daily life or which suddenly appeared in our lives.
Therefore, Welcome all to Friendship Coffee! And because we are on a forum about Orient, this Friendship Coffee will definitely have an Oriental flavor and taste!
WelcomeTue, 13 Sep 2016 17:29:49 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t88-friendship-coffee#266Welcome in our community!http://scentorient.forumotion.com/t21-welcome-in-our-communityhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t21-welcome-in-our-communityScheherazade<div align="justify"><img src="http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa322/Kadreyah/blue_plain_welcome.gif" border="0" alt="" /> <span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: normal">to our new members Hadir and Priscilla! Love you girls <img src="http://scentorient.forumotion.com/users/3317/50/89/72/smiles/327962519.gif" alt="otta" longdesc="115" />
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Wish you both a pleasant time here and send you my best regards!</span></div>WelcomeTue, 13 Sep 2016 17:21:46 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t21-welcome-in-our-community#265Good morning! Have a wonderful day!http://scentorient.forumotion.com/t48-good-morning-have-a-wonderful-dayhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t48-good-morning-have-a-wonderful-dayScheherazade<div align="center"><img src="http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa322/Kadreyah/good-morning-16.gif" border="0" alt="" /></div><br />
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<font face="Comic Sans MS"></span></font>WelcomeSat, 25 Jul 2015 09:56:09 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t48-good-morning-have-a-wonderful-day#263Marriage in Bahrainhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t103-marriage-in-bahrainhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t103-marriage-in-bahrainScheherazadeBahrain is actually an archipelago of small islands and a wedding there would be quite memorable. It is also one of the most liberal of the Gulf nations, thus organizing a wedding is pretty straight forward.
Bahrain respects all nations and religions hence when organizing a wedding it is important that you follow the requirements of your own country. The Ministry of Justice in Bahrain requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your embassy in order to register a marriage and issue a marriage ...Judicial informationSat, 25 Jul 2015 09:29:47 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t103-marriage-in-bahrain#262New rule for visa in Egypthttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t96-new-rule-for-visa-in-egypthttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t96-new-rule-for-visa-in-egyptScheherazadeStarting from the 15th of May 2015 all nationalities who are required to have a visa should get it in advance from the Egyptian consulate or Embassy prior to departure from their home countries.
All travelers hoping to enter Egypt, whether it be for business or tourism, will be required to obtain a visa from an Egyptian consulate or Embassy prior to departure from their home countries.
According to Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, organized tourist groups, through Egyptian travel agencies ...Judicial informationFri, 24 Apr 2015 20:20:18 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t96-new-rule-for-visa-in-egypt#243Lentil Souphttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t92-lentil-souphttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t92-lentil-soupScheherazade
Ingredients:
1 cup of red lentil
1 onion - cut into cubes
2 potatoes - peeled and cut
1 carrot - cut into cubes
2 tomatoes - cut into cubes
5 cloves of garlic
1 tablespoon of salt
1 tablespoon of black pepper
1 tablespoon of cumin
1 tablespoon of paprika
3 pieces of Maggie cubes
Preparation:
Wash the lentils, put them in a pot and boil until they tender.
Then add onion, potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, garlic, salt, black ...Cookery and gastronomySat, 27 Sep 2014 17:12:18 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t92-lentil-soup#232Why not introduce yourself?http://scentorient.forumotion.com/t1-why-not-introduce-yourselfhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t1-why-not-introduce-yourselfScheherazadeAfter you just joined, this is the best place to let the community know you are here. Tell us about you and let us welcome you in our friendly group.
Please tell us something about yourself in your introductory thread. It is safer to stay anonymous, as in all online communities. If at any time you wish to ask for help, send a PM to on of the super moderators, currently, myself, Kadreyah - the Admin forum.
Remember, we have forum members from across the world, so there loads of point view ...WelcomeFri, 20 Jun 2014 20:37:55 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t1-why-not-introduce-yourself#219Baba Ganouk recipehttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t86-baba-ganouk-recipehttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t86-baba-ganouk-recipeJasmine
Ingredients:
1 large eggplant
1/4 cup tahini, plus more as needed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, plus more as needed
1 pinch ground cumin
salt, to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup brine-cured black olives, such as kalamata
Directions:
Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill.
Preheat an oven to 375°F.
Prick the eggplant with a fork in several places and place on the grill ...Cookery and gastronomyMon, 16 Jun 2014 22:45:42 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t86-baba-ganouk-recipe#209Marriage in UAEhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t52-marriage-in-uaehttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t52-marriage-in-uaeEnyaHello!
For the future, I wish to know if there is anyone knows details about marriage steps in UAE? I want to know all the legal steps especially that the rules there are so strict and the law so hard, so I don't want to do any mistakes!
If me and my Emiratean boy will get married, it is better for me to know from time (anyway it is an info which could be useful to many other couples in the future). So please, some help and some advices! Judicial informationThu, 01 May 2014 15:02:57 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t52-marriage-in-uae#192Marriage in Malaysiahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t76-marriage-in-malaysiahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t76-marriage-in-malaysiaScheherazadeThere are different requirements for non Muslim and Muslim marriages. For Non Muslims, basically we just need to obtain a license and fill a few forms from the Registration Department and Immigrations. Since Malaysian Shariah law does not allow a Muslim to marry a non Muslim, both parties must be Muslims. All Muslim Marriages must be registered with The Religious Council.
Here are the requirements:
1. Copy of certified passport of spouse
2. Letter of Consent from Embassy
3. Certificate ...Judicial informationSun, 10 Nov 2013 12:08:43 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t76-marriage-in-malaysia#163Marriage in Iranhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t75-marriage-in-iranhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t75-marriage-in-iranScheherazadeAn Iranian girl who has never been married before requires the permission from a legal guardian. If she is widowed, her guardian’s permission is not needed. If her father is dead, she needs to submit his death certificate. The procedure takes about two months if not less. The couple may need to remain in Iran until the process is complete. Documents prepared outside of Iran must be attested and authenticated by the Iranian Embassy inside that country.
The Iranian government needs an official ...Judicial informationSun, 10 Nov 2013 11:19:44 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t75-marriage-in-iran#162Marriage in Saudi Arabiahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t74-marriage-in-saudi-arabiahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t74-marriage-in-saudi-arabiaScheherazadeDocuments needed (subject to personal circumstances):
Please note: It is your personal responsibility as the applicant to inquire personally or by phone with the appropriate MOI (Ministry of Interior) or local emara (governor) as to which documents will be needed for your particular circumstances. That includes distinguishing which documents are needed from the non-Saudi spouse and which are needed for the Saudi applicant.
All documents must be in Arabic or translated into Arabic. Documents ...Judicial informationSun, 10 Nov 2013 10:52:45 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t74-marriage-in-saudi-arabia#160What are we going to cook today?http://scentorient.forumotion.com/t41-what-are-we-going-to-cook-todayhttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t41-what-are-we-going-to-cook-todayScheherazade
Salam Alaykoum wa Rahmatu Allah wa Barakatoh!
Today's menu is Soup of green salad and Pie meat .
The Soup of green salad is from the favorite one in our family :)from many reasons: it's light, healthy and so delicious, beside that it is so easy to be cooked!
As a desert, I'm thinking to some fresh cold water melon and lemonade .
What's your menu today?
Cookery and gastronomyWed, 06 Nov 2013 07:00:13 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t41-what-are-we-going-to-cook-today#159Marriage in Tunisiahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t50-marriage-in-tunisiahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t50-marriage-in-tunisiaHannah Samir<div align="justify"><font face="Verdana"><span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: normal">Good morning!
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In about 7 months me and my fiance Samir we will get married in Tunisia and I am interested in all information I can get about marriage in Tunisia: papers I need, papers he needs, conditions, the contract marriage in Islam, wedding in Islam.
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When a British citizen wishes to marry an Egyptian man or woman.
(1) The British party only needs to make a Statutory Declaration at the Embassy.
The documents required by the Consular Officer are the following:
• Passports as proof of identity
• If appropriate, documentary evidence of the termination of any former marriages - decree absolute certificates and change of name deed. If appropriate, the death certificate of a deceased spouse
• The Egyptian party will also need to ...Judicial informationMon, 29 Jul 2013 10:43:05 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t47-british-citizen-egyptian-citizen-marriage-papers#60US citizen - Egyptian citizen marriage papershttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t46-us-citizen-egyptian-citizen-marriage-papershttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t46-us-citizen-egyptian-citizen-marriage-papersScheherazade
The only legal marriage for foreigners in Egypt is a civil ceremony performed at the local marriage court, which is in accordance with Islamic practice Persons wishing a religious ceremony may arrange for one separately, but it is the civil ceremony that establishes the legal marriage.
Americans wishing to marry in Egypt must take the following steps in order to marry:
Step 1: Visit the American Citizen Services, U.S. Embassy
Address: 5, Tawfik Diab Street (formerly Latin America ...Judicial informationMon, 29 Jul 2013 09:28:56 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t46-us-citizen-egyptian-citizen-marriage-papers#59Marriage in Algeriahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t36-marriage-in-algeriahttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t36-marriage-in-algeriaScheherazadeSalam Alaykoum wa Rahmatu Allah wa Barakatoh!
Here are the required documents for marriage in Algeria:
- Certificate of marital status certifying that you are not married (translated, notarized and legalized)
- If you are divorced, the decision to divorce (translated, notarized and legalized)
- Birth certificate
- Medical tests (better to be done in Algeria)
- Passport + copy of passport
- ID + copy of ID
- 3 Photos ID type
- Criminal record certificate issued by the Ministry ...Judicial informationTue, 02 Jul 2013 16:42:17 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t36-marriage-in-algeria#42Marriage in Morocco http://scentorient.forumotion.com/t35-marriage-in-moroccohttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t35-marriage-in-moroccoScheherazade
Since many girls are interested about marriage in Morocco, I decided to ask about steps and documents which are requested for closing the marriage in this state.
So here are the details:
Requirements to marry Moroccan citizen:
1: Birth Certificate
2: Police letter home country.
3: Letter of conversion to Islam or letter to maintain the original religion of the bride.
4: Marriage Permit by the embassy or consulate of the country of origin certified by the Moroccan foreign ministry.
5: ...Judicial informationMon, 01 Jul 2013 16:51:08 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t35-marriage-in-morocco#41Molokheya souphttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t32-molokheya-souphttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t32-molokheya-soupScheherazade
The Egyptian soup of Molokheya or shiorba of Molokheya
It also goes by the english names of Jew's mallow, Green mallow, or nalta jute. It is a leafy green vegetable that gets confused for spinach. Let's get one thing straight: it's not spinach nor can spinach be used as a substitute.
It's texture is what makes it unique: very slimy when cooked, which is why it makes an ideal soup. Though it is found in India and the Philippines, it has been a staple of Egyptian diets as far back as ...Cookery and gastronomySun, 30 Jun 2013 11:43:20 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t32-molokheya-soup#38Tomato souphttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t28-tomato-souphttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t28-tomato-soupScheherazade
Tomato soup is among my husband’s favorite dishes. He loves it that much that he wish I cook it every week !
These being said, I got down to work and I made my husband the tomato soup in question, whose simple recipe but always appreciated by my family I want to share with you.
Ingredients:
1.5-2 kg of well ripened tomatoes or 1 litre of tomato passata
1 onion
2-3 carrots
1 piece of celery the size of a small egg
optional: ½ of bell pepper
1 garlic clove
30 ml. ...Cookery and gastronomySat, 22 Jun 2013 06:06:47 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t28-tomato-soup#33Between friendshttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t11-between-friendshttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t11-between-friendsScheherazade
[justify]Salam Alaykoum wa Rahmatu Allah wa Barakatoh!
Feel free to invite your friends whatever which country they come from or whatever language they speak! Here we will do our best to make them feel comfortable and help them with anything we can: info, advices, recipes for health, beauty or cooking, medical care, dealing with kids, husbands/ wives and the &quot;in -laws&quot;, history data, religion issues, necessary documents... well, this is just a part from what we are trying to build ...Babel TowerFri, 26 Apr 2013 21:57:34 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t11-between-friends#15List of diplomatic missions in Egypthttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t9-list-of-diplomatic-missions-in-egypthttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t9-list-of-diplomatic-missions-in-egyptScheherazadeList of diplomatic missions in Egypt
This is a list of diplomatic missions in Egypt. At present, the capital of Cairo hosts 137 embassies. Several other countries have ambassadors accredited from other regional capitals. Honorary Consulates are excluded from this listing.
Embassies. Consulates in N Africa and Middle EastMon, 22 Apr 2013 13:10:48 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t9-list-of-diplomatic-missions-in-egypt#12Do you like cooking?http://scentorient.forumotion.com/t6-do-you-like-cookinghttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t6-do-you-like-cookingScheherazadeIf you do like to cook,what is your specialty?
I LOVE TO COOK! I love international cook and most of all the spices recipes. I LOVE Egyptian food so much, as well the Romanian food too! I &quot;flirt&quot; with Italian and French food too, also with Mexican kind. I love cooking especially during the holidays. That's when we get to make up all kinds of treats for everyone.
I really enjoy cooking and have fun. I see the cooking programs which are telecast-ed in television and make a note ...Cookery and gastronomyFri, 19 Apr 2013 22:36:59 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t6-do-you-like-cooking#6Delicious cakes recipeshttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t5-delicious-cakes-recipeshttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t5-delicious-cakes-recipesScheherazadeEuro Pane's Pear Spice Cake
3 cups (12.75 ounces) flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 eggs
3 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
7 ripe Anjou pears, peeled, cored and chopped into cubes
2 cups chopped walnuts
Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking pan, line the bottom with parchment paper, then grease again.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon, and set aside.
In ...Cookery and gastronomyFri, 19 Apr 2013 22:34:08 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t5-delicious-cakes-recipes#5Marriage in Egypthttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t3-marriage-in-egypthttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t3-marriage-in-egyptScheherazadeSince me and my husband we already passed the marriage steps 2 years ago and we managed everything in the right way, I find important to inform other couples about the legal steps of marriage in Egypt. Although we had to complete many steps, I must tell you that in the case of the foreign husband (the one outside Egypt) the Embassy could ask different papers or almost the same with mines. In this case, please remember always to check the necessary documents with your country authorities and be ...Judicial informationThu, 18 Apr 2013 14:49:24 GMThttp://scentorient.forumotion.com/t3-marriage-in-egypt#3